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Vanitas life niche Memento Mori title object
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Vanitas life niche Memento Mori title object
Vanitas still life in a niche Memento Mori (title on object), Still life in a niche with a skull on a book and a smoking candle a candlestick. Wallerant Vaillant (mentioned on object), 1658 - 1677, paper, h 224 mm × w 163 mm
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Media ID 19538518
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1658 1677 Book Candlestick Niche Skull Title Vanitas Wallerant Vaillant Mentioned
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This print from the Liszt Collection showcases a mesmerizing piece titled "Vanitas Life Niche Memento Mori". The artwork, created by Wallerant Vaillant between 1658 and 1677, is captured on paper measuring 224 mm in height and 163 mm in width. The image depicts a still life composition within a niche, serving as a poignant reminder of life's transient nature. At the center of the arrangement rests an intriguing skull placed upon an open book. Symbolizing mortality and the fleetingness of human existence, this striking element immediately grabs one's attention. Adjacent to the skull stands a smoking candle held by an elegant candlestick. The flickering flame serves as another emblematic representation of time passing swiftly. Its smoke gracefully intertwines with shadows cast by the dimly lit surroundings, creating an atmosphere that evokes contemplation and introspection. The title "Memento Mori" inscribed on the object further reinforces its purpose - to remind viewers of their own mortality and encourage reflection on life's impermanence. Through his masterful technique, Vaillant skillfully captures these profound themes in this thought-provoking artwork. This print offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in Vanitas symbolism while appreciating Vaillant's artistic prowess. It invites us to ponder our own existence, urging us not only to acknowledge our mortality but also to embrace each moment we have with gratitude and mindfulness.
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